Paralegal

at  Securian Canada

WHAT WE DO EVERY DAY TO BE OUR VERY BEST

Every day at Securian Canada means a day spent helping Canadians and their families build secure tomorrows. We’re agile and innovative, and we aren’t afraid to challenge and create, or bring diverse perspectives to our work.

WHO WE NEED

The Paralegal will be accountable to provide primary legal support for Securian Canada’s corporate governance, including but not limited to engagement with the Board of Directors and preparation of related materials. You will be taking minutes, preparing quarterly materials for the Board of Directors, regulatory and other corporate filings, annual reports and licensing. In addition, you will support the management of Securian Canada’s litigation. You will also be responsible for certain legal operations and project management activities to support the legal department’s efficiency.

What you will do

• Support a team of lawyers with department operations and projects in a fast-paced environment;
• Help with the coordination, preparation and required documentation for quarterly Board meetings, related regulatory filings, and providing general support to the Corporate Secretary;
• Help with drafting meeting agendas, assist in preparation and review of meeting materials, taking meeting minutes, and liaise with all stakeholders to ensure the meeting of applicable deadlines;
• Coordinate communication with Board members, presenters, and preparation of post-meeting action lists;
• Provide support with annual filings, licensing, and clerical tasks for Legal department;
• Support litigation management by liaising with parent company litigation counsel and external counsel, investigate claims and liaise with internal claims and underwriting teams; drafting correspondence and simple court documents;
• Update related policies, procedures, and template documentation;
• Help with complaint related matters;
• Conduct Legal research;
• Additional duties as required.

What you will bring

The education & the experience.

• Completion of a post-secondary degree, diploma, or certification;
• 5+ years of relevant paralegal experience at a law firm or in an insurance (preferred) or in a finance organization;
• Experience providing support to Boards of Directors;
• Litigation or claims management experience;

The skills & the drive.

• Curiosity and willingness to learn;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Highly organized and a strong attention to detail;
• Business level French is an asset.

Why join?
When you’re a part of Securian Canada, you’re a member of an agile and innovative, high-performing, bright-thinking, make-things-happen culture – so that together, we can discover the art of possible.
At our company, we see your potential on day one and challenge you to grow your unique strengths as you create a career filled with opportunity, collaboration, and purpose.
You’ll also be part of a team that’s committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and who values diverse perspectives, so that you can be the person you want to be – both in, and outside, work.

Securian Canada offers a competitive total rewards program with a variety of perks and benefits, including:

• Flexible work arrangements with monthly financial allocations to support your work-life balance;
• Generous starting paid vacation time, plus additional vacation days for every year of service;
• Paid volunteer day so you can dedicate time to a cause you are passionate about;
• Paid personal and wellness days to support your total wellbeing;
• Educational assistance of up to $3,500 a year (with approval from your manager);
• Flexible health and wellness account (in addition to comprehensive drug and dental coverage)to help pay for a wide range of wellbeing services that are meaningful to you;
• Up to 14% of combined contributions to the RRSP matching program;
• Family-friendly maternity/parental leave and,
• Many, more benefits, perks and programs.

If you have at least 70% of the qualifications we’re looking for, want to work in a fast-growing, leading and progressive company, and feel driven to help Canadians and their families build secure futures – we want to hear from you!
Take the first step in building your future with Securian Canada. Apply now.
Securian Canada is committed to providing a barrier-free work environment and equal access to employment for all qualified applicants. As such, upon request, Securian Canada will work with applicants that require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process. Please contact hr@securiancanada.ca for accommodation requests. All information shared during any accommodation request process will be stored and used only in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Securian Canada/Canadian Premier Life Insurance Company policies.
About Securian Canada

WHO WE ARE – AND WHO WE’RE HERE FOR

We’re here for all Canadians and their families – however they define family. Our practical, life-ready insurance and protection solutions are designed to help provide financial security, so that Canadians can spend more time making every moment count.
For more than 65 years, we’ve been giving Canadians the confidence to face life’s uncertainties. With offices in Toronto, Montreal, Burnaby, Waterloo and Winnipeg, Securian Canada brings together strong local roots and expertise, a North American footprint, and a global perspective – all while innovating at the speed the markets we serve expect.
Together with our U.S. parent company, Securian Financial, we are a leading insurance provider in the Canadian Financial Institution and Association & Affinity markets. We offer insurance solutions built with genuine care – providing specialized experiences to those we serve.

WHAT WE DO EVERY DAY TO BE OUR VERY BEST

Every day at Securian Canada means a day spent helping Canadians and their families build secure tomorrows. We’re agile and innovative, and we aren’t afraid to challenge and create, or bring diverse perspectives to our work.

• Support a team of lawyers with department operations and projects in a fast-paced environment;
• Help with the coordination, preparation and required documentation for quarterly Board meetings, related regulatory filings, and providing general support to the Corporate Secretary;
• Help with drafting meeting agendas, assist in preparation and review of meeting materials, taking meeting minutes, and liaise with all stakeholders to ensure the meeting of applicable deadlines;
• Coordinate communication with Board members, presenters, and preparation of post-meeting action lists;
• Provide support with annual filings, licensing, and clerical tasks for Legal department;
• Support litigation management by liaising with parent company litigation counsel and external counsel, investigate claims and liaise with internal claims and underwriting teams; drafting correspondence and simple court documents;
• Update related policies, procedures, and template documentation;
• Help with complaint related matters;
• Conduct Legal research;
• Additional duties as required